What Is a Nutrient Management Plan?
A Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) is a regulatory document under Ontario's Nutrient Management Act that focuses on how nutrients are applied to agricultural land. It covers manure application rates, timing, setbacks, and soil testing requirements.
Farms that exceed 300 nutrient units typically require an NMP in addition to an NMS.
When Do You Need an NMP?
Your farm exceeds 300 nutrient units
You are applying nutrients to agricultural land from a large operation
Your operation requires both an NMS and NMP under O. Reg. 267/03
You receive nutrients from off-farm sources
You are within a certain distance to a municipal well
What We Do
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Soil sampling and analysis (if required)
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Nutrient application rate calculations
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Field-by-field application planning
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Setback and buffer zone mapping
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Complete NMP document preparation and submission
Timeline
An NMP typically takes several weeks to prepare and submit. Timeline depends on the number of fields, soil testing requirements, and OMAFA review. See detailed timeline.
Cost
NMP pricing depends on the size of your operation and number of fields.
Related Services & Resources
Use the Tools
Can I Build a Barn Here?
Check whether a proposed barn location may be constrained by MDS, setbacks, or nearby land uses.
Calculate Nutrient Units
Estimate livestock nutrient units to help determine whether NMS or NMP requirements may be triggered.
Nutrient Management Plan FAQs
Do I need a Nutrient Management Plan in Ontario?
What is a Nutrient Management Plan?
What is the difference between an NMS and an NMP?
How often does an NMP need to be reviewed?
What records do I need for an NMP?